The Good News

Tabor City missionaries headed for Kenya

July 15, 2021 Columbus County News Comments Off

Two Tabor City men are traveling half a world away to spread the word of God. Robert Nealey, a schoolteacher and minister, booked his flight this week to Kenya, along with John Causey, international bishop [Read More]

A local man's desire to document his son's life has turned into a passion for photography.

New York native documents beauty in Columbus

July 14, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Jeff Reichert’s passion for photography began with his love for his son. “I picked up my first DSLR when my son was four to better document his life,” the Lake Waccamaw resident said. “From there, it blossomed [Read More]

The Columbus County Dixie Darlings softball team is now heading for the World Series. (Submitted photo)

Columbus County Dixie Darlings headed for World Series July 23

July 13, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The undefeated Columbus County Dixie Darlings have their eyes set on the World Series. The Darlings defeated Montgomery County in a hard-fought softball game Tuesday (today). They brought home the state title in a 15-7 [Read More]

Lakyn Wilson took it upon herself to collect bottles and cans from Lake Waccamaw after a another girl cut her foot on a broken bottle.

Lake girl pulls 100 bottles, cans from water

July 9, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Recently, a broken bottle in Lake Waccamaw resulted in a trip to the emergency room for a child who cut her foot in the water. Olivia Bullard sustained a nasty cut, but another child took [Read More]

The Central Columbus Dixie Darlings Rolle dthrough downtown Whiteville this morning en route to the state championships.

Dixie Darlings and Sweetees head for state championships

July 9, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The Columbus Dixie Darlings were honored in a parade through downtown Whiteville this morning. With flags and balloons flying, the sluggers were escorted by the Whiteville Fire Department and Columbus County Sheriff’s Office as they [Read More]

Grandma’s house

July 8, 2021 Columbus County News Comments Off

Tabor City life wasn’t easy during the 1930s, but hard times helped create a special woman. Essie Nealey, often known by the name of “Aunt Essie,” even to those who truly weren’t related, is [Read More]

Donations to the fundraiser help with needed equipment at the station. The boot drop at Lake Waccamaw Fire and Rescue has become an Independence Day tradition.

Lake firefighters work to ‘fill the boot’

July 5, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Lake Waccamaw firefighters were directing traffic at the fire station and the State Park boat landing Saturday, but not because of emergencies.Firefighters and their families were out collecting money for the annual Boot Drop. Donations [Read More]

Dr. A. Nicole Jenkins is surrounded by family and friends as she officially opened her practice in Whiteville.

Physical therapist opens in Whiteville

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The Columbus County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Dr. A. Nicole Jenkins Wednesday morning in a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of her new practice, Doctor of Physical Therapy.The office is located at 612 Jefferson [Read More]

The road will feature a number of competitions and demonstrations over two days in August. (file)

Rodeo returns to Lake Waccamaw

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

The cowboys (and cowgirls) are coming back to Lake Waccamaw. The Boys and Girls Home of North Carolina will host a rodeo Aug. 13 – 14. It is sponsored by the Southeastern Gospel Music Association. [Read More]

Waddell releases second book on parents

June 30, 2021 Jefferson Weaver Comments Off

Local author Dr. Bobby Waddell continues to detail his journey as a Christian with the release of his second book, Turnabout. Turnabout was published in April. It follows Principles, which was released July 2020 and details the five major [Read More]